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Find the College that is right for you!

This directory includes information on 275
college programs for students with intellectual disability. You can search by program name,
location, and other keywords. "Advanced Filters" offer more options to narrow your search.

Review these Frequently Asked Questions
for answers to some general questions on college programs, how we gather the information
in the directory, and how to use the features of College Search.

The information included here was submitted to Think College by the
college programs. Being listed here does not indicate or imply a
Think College endorsement. There also may be programs available that
have not reported to us. All programs listed here must be affiliated
with an accredited college or university and serve students with
intellectual disabilities. To let us know about a new program, or to
make changes to a current program listing,
please email thinkcollege@umb.edu.

The multi-faceted CHOICES/Opportunities for Postsecondary Success (OPS) is a program at the Center for Community Partnerships (CCP) at Colorado State University (CSU). The CCP has contracts with the CO Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (CO DVR) and the CO Division of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (CO DIDD), with both of these agencies partnering with the CHOICES program to provide long-term support for young adults with... Read more

OPS and Bridge students must be regularly enrolled at CSU. Empowerment and Project Search students may enroll and/or apply specifically for these programs. FRCC students must be regularly enrolled at FRCC.

Elevate at ACC was established in 2016 to provide inclusive higher education for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to foster academic growth, prepare for gainful employment, develop needed skills for independent living, and engage socially with the broader campus community. The program provides students with a holistic higher education experience that is designed to be a progression of fully-inclusive academic... Read more

The Office of Inclusive Services at UCCS is dedicated to providing the necessary supports for students with intellectual disabilities to have meaningful access to academic, career, and social activities on campus. Students receive individualized services from trained mentors, peer volunteers, and faculty, designed to meet their learning needs and career aspirations. Read more

UNC GOAL is a project at the University of Northern Colorado providing students with intellectual/developmental disabilities a supportive college experience. UNC supports students in an environment that helps them grow personally and professionally by attending classes and living with their peers in campus residence halls. Our program provides academic enrichment to support the student’s career and independence goals. Students enrolling in UNC... Read more

MOSSAIC (Mentoring, Organization, and Social Support for Autism/All Inclusion on Campus) is a support program that offers 3 levels of support that is above and beyond the reasonable accommodations offered through disability services: 1. Peer mentoring to support students in navigating the college experience 2. Direct speech/language therapy to support language, executive functioning, social skills, etc. 3. Social events Read more

MOSSAIC - Program Details

Location:

634 Eddy
University of Montana Missoula,
MT 59812

Requirements for admission to this program::

Students are first accepted to the University of Montana or Missoula College. Each student is admitted case by case. The MOSSIAC team must determine if they can meet participants current needs with our supports. We are happy to serve people with intellectual and physical disabilities and people developing skills to support employment.

Admission deadline:

n/a

Students in this program:

Have graduated or exited from high school

Is this program able to provide federal financial aid as a Comprehensive Transition Program (CTP)?:

The three-year MSU LIFE Scholars program provides students with intellectual and developmental disabilities a fully inclusive college experience. A non-degree, LIFE Scholars Certificate will be awarded to students upon successful completion of requirements in academics, campus engagement, career development, independence and self-determination. Read more

The Career-Life Engagement and Readiness (CLEAR) Program is designed for students who have intellectual disabilities, but who, with occupational training, are able to obtain gainful employment in competitive, high-demand occupations. Students are provided the opportunity to obtain a Certificate of Occupational Training (COT) as well as industry-recognized credentials such as SkillsUSA®, Food Handler, and Microsoft® certifications. Since the... Read more

The Special Services Program provides specialized certificate programs in Food Service, Office Skills, Child Care Attendant, Building Maintenance, Stocking & Merchandising, and Animal Healthcare. The programs are designed for students who have disabilities, but who, with occupational training, are able to obtain entry-level positions in competitive employment. Class sizes are small, and emphasis is on the completion of skills necessary for... Read more

Address

Special Services Program
52 University Boulevard
Arts and Sciences Center Roswell,
NM 88203

CarolinaLIFE is an individualized, non-degree, certificate-based program for students with identified, diverse learning needs (e.g. intellectual disability). The program curriculum focuses on five core areas: academic instruction career education and training independent living social and community engagement personal development The program philosophy is founded on inclusion and individualization, based on each student's interests and support... Read more

Address

CarolinaLIFE
820 Main St.
123 Wardlaw College of Education Columbia,
SC 29208

The ClemsonLIFE Program at Clemson University is designed for students with intellectual disabilities who desire a postsecondary experience on a college campus. ClemsonLIFE offers a collegiate experience that prepares young men and women with intellectual disabilities for competitive employment and independent living through a combination of academic coursework and career exploration. Clemson LIFE offers a two year Basic Program, and also an... Read more